Online and blended learning frameworks as drivers of educational change in the NEP 2020 era
Author(s): Ms. Jyoti, Ms. Sonam Pandey
Authors Affiliations:
- Assistant Professor, Education Department, Mahalakshmi College for Girls, Ghaziabad, India
- Student M.Ed, Mahalakshmi College for Girls, Ghaziabad, India
Abstract: The rapid advancements in digital technology have significantly transformed educational practices, establishing online and blended learning models as crucial catalysts for widespread educational improvement. This research paper examines the conceptual impact of online and blended learning in promoting educational reform within the context of India's National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The study employs a theoretical and policy-oriented framework, drawing upon national policy documents and established international educational research to explore how technology-driven learning models enhance access, equity, flexibility, and efficiency in education. This paper investigates the compatibility of blended and online learning with learner-centered pedagogy, competency-based education, teacher professional development, and lifelong learning, as envisioned by the NEP 2020. Furthermore, it addresses the opportunities and challenges related to infrastructure, digital inclusion, and sustainability. The evidence suggests that, when implemented thoughtfully, online and blended learning can serve as transformative tools in creating an inclusive, equitable, and future-ready education system in India. The study concludes that realizing the full potential of digital learning reforms under NEP 2020 requires the implementation of strategic policies, institutional preparedness, and the establishment of continuous capacity building initiatives.
Ms. Jyoti, Ms. Sonam Pandey (2026); Online and blended learning frameworks as drivers of educational change in the NEP 2020 era, International Journal of Research Culture Society, ISSN(O): 2456-6683, Volume – 10, Issue – 1, Pp. 72-76. Available on – https://ijrcs.org/